Tryouts
Advertiser Staff
STAGE/FILM
Diamond Head Theatre auditions for men, women and boys who can sing and dance, for a Sept. 26-Oct. 12 production of the musical "Ragtime," 2-6 p.m. Aug. 2 and 7-10 p.m. Aug. 3 and 4, DHT Rehearsal Hall, 520 Makapu'u Ave. 733-0277, ext. 309.
Documentary on Nan Madol seeks Micronesians, especially those from Pohnpei, who have been told stories about Nan Madol and can retell the story for the film. Also casting Micronesians to do re-enactments. Send contact information and a short summary of the story via e-mail to mantonik@go.com by Aug. 5. No experience necessary.
"Maid in America," a Fox TV reality series to air in November, seeks women between ages 21 and 30 employed as housekeepers, nannies, etc., for at least the past six months. Applicants must appear in their uniform at the audition 3-6 p.m. Aug. 11 at the Radisson Hotel Waikiki Prince Kuhio. Videotape auditions also accepted. Information: 1-800-495-1480. Downloadable application form: maidinamericatv.com.
MUSIC/DANCE
Honolulu Boy Choir holds open auditions for ages 7-12 for free membership in the choir. Must be able to match pitch and be available for rehearsals and performances. Auditions by appointment only on Saturday at Harris United Methodist Church. Call for details: 596-7464.
Aloha Festivals accepting applications from songwriters and chanters for the Aug. 23 Haku Mele competition at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel. Applications at the Big Island Aloha Festivals office or by calling (808) 885-7786. Deadline: Aug. 1.
VSA Arts of Hawaii-Pacific auditions Aug. 2 for musicians, singers, songwriters and chanters with disabilities to perform with Beethoven's Nightmare in the August "Live It Up" concert. Call to schedule an audition: 926-4763.
Aloha Festivals accepting applications from falsetto singers and storytellers for the Sept. 7 Kindy Sproat Falsetto & Storytelling Contest at the Waikoloa Marriott. Prizes awarded and winner receives a recording contract with Hula Records. Applications at the Big Island Aloha Festivals office or by calling (808) 885-7786. Deadline: Aug. 7.
Honolulu Symphony Chorus auditions for the 2003/2004 season, which will include Brahms' German Requiem and Carl Orff's "Carmina Burana." Rehearsals begin Aug. 11 in the music department's choral rehearsal room at UH Manoa. To schedule an audition for Aug. 13 or Aug. 23, call 524-0815, ext. 257.
